In a market glutted with frequent projects released by new artists, it’s refreshing to know that some can enter and leave as they choose, and their fans will be here waiting. Jorja Smith has this impact and steps on the scene again with Be Right Back, her first collection of songs since 2018’s Lost &
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Rising singer Marzz has released the video for her new single, “Cleopatra.” The song was produced by legendary hitmaker Timberland along with Justin Mosley, Jordan Mosley, and NE. Referencing a lukewarm relationship with a past girlfriend, Marzz sings about the topic of letting go of a relationship where somebody refuses accountability and becomes emotionless. The outro
Emerging singer Lou Val returns to set 2021 ablaze, releasing not one but two new songs via Soulection Records: “Cruel Silence” and “Eternal Sunshine.” “Cruel Silence,” produced by Anthony Yordanov and Luke Fenton, finds Val stepping onto a grunge R&B territory. Backed by blurry guitar strums, the song speaks of searching for the meaning of
No real musician can say that they haven’t bitten from the palatable apple tree of musicality that the legendary Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis planted in a fruitful R&B-pop garden some 30-plus years ago. Arden “Keyz” Altino is guilty, and for a good reason, too. “When they do their production, I always felt like it
On Grace Weber’s new song “Played Yourself” she makes it clear that no matter how solid a man may think his game is, he can’t play her; he can only play himself. “Played Yourself” was produced by Mighty Mike and Pat McManus and co-written by Chelsea Lena. It merges R&B and soul with gospel vocal backings
Last night, Lucky Daye stopped by Jimmy Kimmel Live to perform “How Much Can A Heart Take,” featuring Yebba. The tit-for-tat duet is lifted from his latest project Table For Two, which includes guest appearances from all woman singers. The televised rendition of “How Much” was filmed in a reconditioned chapel made for impressive performances such as
The blaring noise of fire truck sirens will be difficult to silence if Cautious Clay’s heart keeps scorching. On his new single “Wildfire,” the fledgling musician hopes for a strong chance of rain showers to calm the raging flames of a taxing relationship. “‘Wildfire’ explores the fact that people’s intentions sometimes get lost in translation.
It seems as though Inayah went from “Fallin” for her love interest to questioning their situationship on her new single “What Are We.” The melodic tune, produced by Harmony Samuels, finds Inayah asking a man to clarify the status of their relationship. “What do we call this? / We’re just having fun / And you’ll
Emerging artist Dylan Reese has teamed up with Musiq Soulchild for this new single “Lose Your Love.” The tender tune is about doing whatever it takes to keep a relationship going strong. “I don’t ever wanna lose your love, baby / That would be more than my heart can take / I don’t ever wanna
Front + Center is Rated R&B’s artist discovery series, putting new and emerging R&B singers at the center of your attention. Bren Joy is a singer-songwriter signed to Warner Records — but that was never his original plan. Even though the Nashville native was a vocal performance major at Belmont University, becoming an artist was
Before spring stands still, Emanuel will know what it feels like to a project bloom from a Motown Records flower. ALT THERAPY, his first full-length project, is out June 16 via Motown and Universal Music Canada. The album serves as the follow-up release to last year’s Alt Therapy Session 2: Transformation EP. Paired with the
ROE once laid down background vocals on Usher’s Raymond v. Raymond (“Papers”) album and contributed songwriting placements on tracks for Sevyn Streeter, Chloe x Halle, Kash Doll, and Kiana Ledé. With all her in-studio experiences combined, she still missed the element of doing things on her own terms as a frontwoman. All that changes with
Teedra Moses isn’t a fan of sharing her man. She demands exclusivity — and makes it clear on her new single “Make Me,” produced by Uncle Chucc and Brody. “You gon’ have to cut them hoes off, f*cking with me / You gon’ have to let them hoes know / Really, I ain’t being petty
It has been said in more ways than one that a closed mouth doesn’t get fed. That’s precisely why TeaMarrr wants her bedroom bully to be “Specific” about their sexual expectations and openness on her new song. Innovative rapper Duckwrth turned in a poetic verse for the sex-positive song. Cruising at a pace fit for
Kehlani‘s promotional campaign for her self-titled album is cranking into high gear. The singer appeared on Amazon Music‘sIn the Paintseries to perform her Grammy-winning hit “Folded.” The performance aired during Prime Video’sNBA on Primepost-game show, following the Knicks vs Celtics match on Thursday. She was backed by four dancers as she focused on delivering vocals,
Mýa is back withRetrospect, her 10th studio album and first in eight years, via Planet 9/Virgin Music Group. The 16-track set is packed with the previously shared “Anytime,” “Face to Face,” “Give It to You,” “ASAP” and “Just a Little Bit” featuring Too $hort. Other collaborators include 21 Savage, who appears on the “ASAP (Remix),”
Genre-defying singer Meshell Ndegeocello has revealed her new covers album Synonym will release Oct. 2 via Blue Note Records. For her third project under the label, the Washington, D.C., native recruited a multigenerational lineup of duet partners to reimagine classics. The lead single, available now, is a majestic rendition of Aretha Franklin and George Michael’s
Khalid is getting ready to hit the road in 2026. The pop-R&B sensation has unveiled the dates for hisIt’s Always Summer Somewhere Tour. The 25-date North American leg, featuring special guest Lauv, kicks off on May 16, 2026, at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. From there, Khalid will make
Grammy-winning producer Camper has released his debut album,Campilation, via November Yellow/Slang. The 11-track offering was preceded by the singles “I Need It” with Syd and Tank; “Waiting On You” with Tone Stith; “War” with Ari Lennox and Jeremih; and “OOWEE” with Jill Scott and Ty Dolla $ign. The star-studded album also features collaborations with Stevie
After topping R&B radio last week, Jill Scott’s single “Pressha” rises to No. 1 on the Billboard Adult R&B Airplay chart dated March 14. According to Billboard, “Pressha” moved from No. 2 to No. 1 in its eighth week on the chart, bumping Kehlani’s “Folded” from its two-week reign. “Pressha” is Scott’s first chart-topper on